VBS001 Advanced Cert in Applied Management - (Retail Nursery)
The Educational Academy: global online /distance learning college
Duration: 900 Hours
£1,465
(Plus exam fees)
Detailed information
| Duration: | 900 Hours |
|---|---|
| Price: | £1,465 (Plus exam fees) |
| Type: | Courses |
| Method: | Personalized |
| Accreditation: | This course is internationally accredited through I.A.R.C. |
| Prepares for: | Study, Learn, Work in a Garden Centre Interested in the retail nursery trade but have ambitions to work in management and require relevant management or supervisory skills? This course covers the fundamentals of business management in the first half of the course and moves on to horticulture skills in the second half with a focus on the nursery sector. Business operations and management, marketing, office practices, horticulture fundamentals, garden centre management and retail sales skills are all comprehensively covered over 7 units. A 900 hour course that develops both the skills required to manage a retail business and the knowledge of plant identification, care and handling of plants and other products sold through retail nurseries. |
| Geared towards: | The course trains managers or supervisors rather than workers. There are 7 units plus a 200 hr workplace project in this course. These are the 4 core units common to all streams of this Advanced Certificate (plus three specialist units of study relating to the management and operation of a retail nursery). |
| Requirements: | There are 7 units plus a 200 hr workplace project in this course. |
| Internship: | There are 7 units plus a 200 hr workplace project in this course. |
| Students per class: | 1 |
Do you need further information?
Contact the person in charge , free and at no obligation, for information on how to enroll, enrollment limit/availability and more.
Course program
Study, Learn, and Work in A Garden Centre or Retail Nursery
Suitable for both newcomers and people already working in the industry
Start your Own Business
Seek employment in the Nursery Industry
Improve your skills and advance your career
COURSE STRUCTURE
This course is comprised of:
*Core studies - Four units (400 hours) of compulsory subjects for all students.
*Elective studies – Three stream units for the development of knowledge in a chosen industry sector.
*Project – a workplace project of 200 hrs relevant to your field of study. The project specifically aims to provide the student with the opportunity to apply and integrate skills and knowledge developed through various areas of formal study. Contact the school for more information.
Modules
Core Modules These modules provide foundation knowledge for the Advanced Certificate In Applied Management (Retail Nursery).
Business Studies BBS101
Management VBS105
Marketing Foundations VBS109
Office Practices VBS102
Stream Modules Studied after the core modules, stream modules cover more specific or niche subjects.
Horticulture I BHT101
Nursery Sales Assistant VHT103
Garden Centre Management BHT255
Elective Modules In addition to the core modules, students study any 0 of the following 4 modules.
Industry Project BIP000
Industry Project II BIP001
Research Project I BGN102
Workshop I BGN103
Note that each module in the Advanced Certificate In Applied Management (Retail Nursery) is a short course in its own right, and may be studied separately.
What is Covered?
CORE UNITS
Office Practices
Develops basic office skills covering use of equipment, communication systems (telephone, fax, etc) and office procedures such as filing, security, workplace organisations, etc.
Business Operations
Develops knowledge of basic business operations and procedures (eg. types of businesses, financial management, business analysis, staffing, productivity, etc) and the skills to develop a 12 month business plan.
Management
Develops knowledge of management structures, terminology, supervision, recruitment and workplace health and safety.
Marketing Foundations.
Develops a broad understanding of marketing and specific skills in writing advertisements, undertaking market research, developing an appropriate marketing plan and selling.
STREAM STUDIES
HORTICULTURE I
There are 12 lessons in this course:
1. Plant Identification: Naming plants; distinguishing the taxonomic divisions of plants including family, genus, species and variety or hybrid; identifying the different parts of a flower; distinguishing the morphological characteristics of leaves.
2. Planting: Planting methods used for different types of plants including annuals, perennials, evergreen and deciduous plants; influence of environmental factors on planting techniques.
3. Soils: Classifying soils; sampling and testing soils; chemical and physical properties of soils; soil improvement techniques; composting; potting mixes.
4. Nutrition: Major and micro elements necessary for plant growth; nutrient deficiencies and toxicities; fertilisers.
5. Water Management: Irrigation systems – characteristics, advantages and disadvantages; drainage systems; waterwise gardening.
6. Pruning: Pruning techniques; importance of pruning to growth, flowering and fruiting; pruning tools.
7. Weeds: Identifying common weeds; characteristics of weeds; control techniques; herbicides.
8. Pests and Diseases: Identifying common insect and disease problems; control methods; Integrated Pest Management; pesticides; hygiene procedures; chemical safety.
9. Landscaping: Stages of landscaping; design procedures; collating pre-planning information; preparing plans; selecting plants for specified sites.
10. Propagation: Asexual and sexual propagation; taking cuttings; sowing seeds; aftercare of propagated plants.
11. Lawns: Turf grass varieties; laying a new lawn; cultural techniques including watering, fertilizing, topdressing, aerating, pest and disease control.
12. Arboriculture: Tree management techniques including pruning, removal and tree surgery; identifying tree problems.
GARDEN CENTRE MANAGEMENT
There are 12 lessons in this course:
1. Introduction: Plant classification, plant cultural requirements, soil and nutrition, watering requirements, drainage, temperature, light, humidity.
2. Plant Health: How to diagnose a problem, pests, diseases, nutrient deficiencies, frost, sunburn, chemical damage, insufficient light, overwatering.
3. Stock Maintenance: Quality standards, buying new stock, inspecting stock, extending stock life, disposing of below-standard stock, watering techniques, fertilising, pest and disease control.
4. Display and Display Techniques: Display units, product location, sales area layout.
5. Garden Product Knowledge I: Plant containers, tags, soil mixes, equipment, tools.
6. Garden Product Knowledge II: Chemicals, fertilisers, baskets, terrariums, cut flowers.
7. Indoor Plants: Major groups, common problems, plants for specific situations, customer attitudes.
8. Container Stock: Trees and Shrubs.
9. Seedlings, Bulbs, Herbs and Perennials.
10. A: Deciduous Trees, Fruit, Nuts, Berries. B. Seed.
11. Marketing: Pricing strategy, advertising, promotions.
12. Management: Staff control, staff productivity, work scheduling.
NURSERY SALES SKILLS
There are 5 lessons in this course:
1. Introduction to Plant Identification: Understanding plant classification and pronunciation of plant names.
2. Sales Skills: Determining different types of customers; developing the communication skills to sell, including how to open and close a sale.
3. Caring for Plants: Planting techniques, understanding soils, plant nutrition and pest management.
4. Selecting the Right Plant for the Right Place: How to create different moods using plants.
5. Advising Customers in a Nursery: Developing good communication skills, knowing your product, plant placement.
Note: Fees do not include exam fees
Suitable for both newcomers and people already working in the industry
Start your Own Business
Seek employment in the Nursery Industry
Improve your skills and advance your career
COURSE STRUCTURE
This course is comprised of:
*Core studies - Four units (400 hours) of compulsory subjects for all students.
*Elective studies – Three stream units for the development of knowledge in a chosen industry sector.
*Project – a workplace project of 200 hrs relevant to your field of study. The project specifically aims to provide the student with the opportunity to apply and integrate skills and knowledge developed through various areas of formal study. Contact the school for more information.
Modules
Core Modules These modules provide foundation knowledge for the Advanced Certificate In Applied Management (Retail Nursery).
Business Studies BBS101
Management VBS105
Marketing Foundations VBS109
Office Practices VBS102
Stream Modules Studied after the core modules, stream modules cover more specific or niche subjects.
Horticulture I BHT101
Nursery Sales Assistant VHT103
Garden Centre Management BHT255
Elective Modules In addition to the core modules, students study any 0 of the following 4 modules.
Industry Project BIP000
Industry Project II BIP001
Research Project I BGN102
Workshop I BGN103
Note that each module in the Advanced Certificate In Applied Management (Retail Nursery) is a short course in its own right, and may be studied separately.
What is Covered?
CORE UNITS
Office Practices
Develops basic office skills covering use of equipment, communication systems (telephone, fax, etc) and office procedures such as filing, security, workplace organisations, etc.
Business Operations
Develops knowledge of basic business operations and procedures (eg. types of businesses, financial management, business analysis, staffing, productivity, etc) and the skills to develop a 12 month business plan.
Management
Develops knowledge of management structures, terminology, supervision, recruitment and workplace health and safety.
Marketing Foundations.
Develops a broad understanding of marketing and specific skills in writing advertisements, undertaking market research, developing an appropriate marketing plan and selling.
STREAM STUDIES
HORTICULTURE I
There are 12 lessons in this course:
1. Plant Identification: Naming plants; distinguishing the taxonomic divisions of plants including family, genus, species and variety or hybrid; identifying the different parts of a flower; distinguishing the morphological characteristics of leaves.
2. Planting: Planting methods used for different types of plants including annuals, perennials, evergreen and deciduous plants; influence of environmental factors on planting techniques.
3. Soils: Classifying soils; sampling and testing soils; chemical and physical properties of soils; soil improvement techniques; composting; potting mixes.
4. Nutrition: Major and micro elements necessary for plant growth; nutrient deficiencies and toxicities; fertilisers.
5. Water Management: Irrigation systems – characteristics, advantages and disadvantages; drainage systems; waterwise gardening.
6. Pruning: Pruning techniques; importance of pruning to growth, flowering and fruiting; pruning tools.
7. Weeds: Identifying common weeds; characteristics of weeds; control techniques; herbicides.
8. Pests and Diseases: Identifying common insect and disease problems; control methods; Integrated Pest Management; pesticides; hygiene procedures; chemical safety.
9. Landscaping: Stages of landscaping; design procedures; collating pre-planning information; preparing plans; selecting plants for specified sites.
10. Propagation: Asexual and sexual propagation; taking cuttings; sowing seeds; aftercare of propagated plants.
11. Lawns: Turf grass varieties; laying a new lawn; cultural techniques including watering, fertilizing, topdressing, aerating, pest and disease control.
12. Arboriculture: Tree management techniques including pruning, removal and tree surgery; identifying tree problems.
GARDEN CENTRE MANAGEMENT
There are 12 lessons in this course:
1. Introduction: Plant classification, plant cultural requirements, soil and nutrition, watering requirements, drainage, temperature, light, humidity.
2. Plant Health: How to diagnose a problem, pests, diseases, nutrient deficiencies, frost, sunburn, chemical damage, insufficient light, overwatering.
3. Stock Maintenance: Quality standards, buying new stock, inspecting stock, extending stock life, disposing of below-standard stock, watering techniques, fertilising, pest and disease control.
4. Display and Display Techniques: Display units, product location, sales area layout.
5. Garden Product Knowledge I: Plant containers, tags, soil mixes, equipment, tools.
6. Garden Product Knowledge II: Chemicals, fertilisers, baskets, terrariums, cut flowers.
7. Indoor Plants: Major groups, common problems, plants for specific situations, customer attitudes.
8. Container Stock: Trees and Shrubs.
9. Seedlings, Bulbs, Herbs and Perennials.
10. A: Deciduous Trees, Fruit, Nuts, Berries. B. Seed.
11. Marketing: Pricing strategy, advertising, promotions.
12. Management: Staff control, staff productivity, work scheduling.
NURSERY SALES SKILLS
There are 5 lessons in this course:
1. Introduction to Plant Identification: Understanding plant classification and pronunciation of plant names.
2. Sales Skills: Determining different types of customers; developing the communication skills to sell, including how to open and close a sale.
3. Caring for Plants: Planting techniques, understanding soils, plant nutrition and pest management.
4. Selecting the Right Plant for the Right Place: How to create different moods using plants.
5. Advising Customers in a Nursery: Developing good communication skills, knowing your product, plant placement.
Note: Fees do not include exam fees
Do you need clarification regarding the course program?
Contact the person in charge , free and at no obligation, for information on how to enroll, enrollment limit/availability and more.
The Educational Academy: global online /distance learning college
The Educational Academy has been established to meet the developmental needs of a changing society in a global economy.
The aim of the Educational Academy is to offer relevant, cost& time effective development programmes using a range of flexible delivery methods.
The courses are designed to grow individuals, both personally and professionally, to equip them for a fulfilling life and career.
The Educational Academy was the brainchild of Dr James Macaskill born from many years experience as an academic leader, researcher and consultant within the UK and globally.
In the current and future economic, technological and social environment it has become evident that personal development has become the key to both individual and global survival and growth.
Therefore it is imperative that the advantages offered by the digital age should be utilized to meet those needs in a flexible, relevant and cost effective way.
The Educational Academy meets that challenge.
The aim of the Educational Academy is to offer relevant, cost& time effective development programmes using a range of flexible delivery methods.
The courses are designed to grow individuals, both personally and professionally, to equip them for a fulfilling life and career.
The Educational Academy was the brainchild of Dr James Macaskill born from many years experience as an academic leader, researcher and consultant within the UK and globally.
In the current and future economic, technological and social environment it has become evident that personal development has become the key to both individual and global survival and growth.
Therefore it is imperative that the advantages offered by the digital age should be utilized to meet those needs in a flexible, relevant and cost effective way.
The Educational Academy meets that challenge.